Business Analyst Data Collection

Hassan Munshi

Linguist

*********@*****.*** 202-***-**** Philadelphia, PA

www.linkedin.com/in/hassanmunshi

SUMMARY

• Experienced in prompt engineering and optimizing large language model performance for diverse AI applications.

• Expert in working with linguistic structures and patterns across different language families.

• Advanced training in data collection, corpus linguistics, theoretical modeling, curriculum development, and instructional design.

• Proficient in Python, Praat script, and LaTeX, with expertise in acoustic analysis and pattern recognition. EDUCATION

University of Pennsylvania Sept 2019 – Present Philadelphia, PA PhD in Experimental Linguistics, Advisor: Mark Yoffe Liberman. PhD Dissertation: Optimizing Arabic Textsetting as Sequence Matching via Dynamic Programming. Georgetown University Sept 2017 - May 2019 Washington, DC M.S. in Theoretical Linguistics, Advisor: Ruth Kramer. Master’s Thesis: Subject-Verb Agreement Asymmetry in Modern Standard Arabic: An Upward Evaluation Model. Umm Al-Qura University Sept 2008 - Aug 2012 Saudi Arabia B.A. in English.

Major: English Linguistics and Literature

Minor: Translation

EXPERIENCE

Data Annotator AI Reviewer, Meta (via TEKsystems) Jan 2025 – Present Raleigh, NC

• Annotated and analyzed large-scale datasets to improve AI models' accuracy and performance.

• Reviewed and provided feedback on annotations completed by fellow annotators to ensure consistency and adherence to guidelines.

• Developed and refined AI prompts through prompt engineering to optimize model outputs.

• Ensured high data quality by conducting thorough pre-processing and validation before annotation workflows began.

• Served as a linguistic consultant to management and the R&D team, advising on language selection for future AI- related projects.

• Collaborated cross-functionally with AI researchers and engineers to refine annotation frameworks and linguistic strategies.

AI Trainer, Outlier Dec 2024 – Mar 2025 Philadelphia, PA

• Collaborated with engineering teams to design, test, and refine AI prompts for optimized performance in large language models (LLMs).

• Conducted vulnerability assessments and performed quality control to ensure the reliability and integrity of AI- generated outputs.

• Developed prompt engineering strategies for various use cases, including character building and scenario testing.

• Analyzed data outputs to evaluate and enhance conversational agents' performance against key quality metrics

(KPIs).

• Generated comprehensive reports detailing the effectiveness of prompts and recommendations for iterative improvements.

Business Analyst, Penn Graduate Consulting Club Jan 2024 – May 2024 Philadelphia, PA

• Developed and executed a comprehensive social media marketing campaign for a startup in the food industry.

• Provided strategic recommendations to strengthen the company’s marketing efforts and brand positioning.

• Identified potential partnerships to boost brand awareness and expand market reach.

• Researched and recommended the best materials for the startup’s latest food product.

• Conducted benchmarking and competitive analysis to evaluate market trends and rival brands. Graduate Student Researcher, Penn Phonetics Lab Aug 2021 – Dec 2024 Philadelphia, PA

• Conducted acoustic phonetic experiments on the phonetics-phonology of Arabic.

• Assisted in designing and implementing experimental protocols.

• Analyzed and interpreted data sets, contributing findings to ongoing projects.

• Contributed to the maintenance and organization of lab resources.

• Processed and analyzed acoustic data to determine patterns in speech sound variation. Graduate Teaching Assistant, University of Pennsylvania Sept 2020 - Dec 2022 Philadelphia, PA

• Conducted 120+ hours of independent instruction for lectures, recitation, and Structured Active In-class Learning

(SAIL) courses.

• Facilitated problem-solving sessions using collaborative problem sets.

• Assessed and graded mid-term/final exams and weekly assignments.

• Mentored and guided students in crafting and completing research projects. Graduate Student Researcher, Penn Syntax Lab Sept 2019 - Jul 2021 Philadelphia, PA

• Conducted research into the syntactic and morphological structures of different languages, including several varieties of Arabic.

• Presented findings on syntactic phenomena, contributing to the broader understanding of Universal Grammar.

• Collaborated with a team of researchers to discuss, refine, and challenge prevailing syntactic models. University Lecturer, Umm Al-Qura University Aug 2013 – Jul 2016 Saudi Arabia

• Taught ESL classes, including Writing, Speaking, Listening, Reading, and Grammar, alongside specialized courses such as Introduction to Linguistics.

• Mentored undergraduate students, leading many to pursue graduate degrees.

• Assisted in curriculum design.

• Managed administrative tasks.

• Prepared lesson plans, exams, and other educational materials. SELECTED PROJECTS

• Textsetting as Sequence Alignment (2022), Developed original code for English text-tune alignment based on sequence alignment via dynamic programming. Presented findings at The Acoustical Society of America

(2022).

• Beat Tracking in Arabic Music (2022), Conducted a comprehensive analysis of the intricacies and challenges of beat tracking in Arabic music, with its unique rhythmic attributes. Proposed a research plan with actionable recommendations for addressing acoustic challenges in Arabic poetic and musical rhythmic cycles.

• Tolerating the Modern Standard Arabic Broken Plural (2021), Conducted in-depth analysis of variation in the Arabic plural system, leveraging insights from child language acquisition, and using Arabic corpora to test hypotheses about systematic productivity. Proposed a comprehensive learning model for child language acquisition of Arabic morpho-syntax.

SKILLS

• Linguistic analysis across syntax, semantics, phonetics, phonology, and morphology.

• Programming & Analytical Tools: Python, Praat script, LaTeX, Linux (BASH), Audacity, Excel.

• Natural Languages: English (native fluency), Arabic (native fluency).

• Leadership & Management: Skilled in team leadership, project management, event coordination, and strategic decision-making, with experience in mentorship and collaborative team building.

• Additional Training: Acoustic Analysis, Theoretical Syntax, Curriculum Development, Data Collection, Data Analysis, Pattern Recognition.

VOLUNTEER WORK

• Social Chair, Penn Graduate Linguistics Society (2022-2023), Organized social events and managed online engagement for the student community. Coordinated event logistics and promoted inclusivity and interaction.

• Prospective Student Recruitment Liaison, Penn Graduate Linguistics Society (2019-2020), Managed communication with prospective students and coordinated the Student Integration Program. Planned key orientation and social events.

• Hospitality Committee Member, Penn Linguistics Conference (2019), Managed conference logistics, including venue booking, catering, and evening receptions. Coordinated volunteer activities.

• Copy Editor, Penn Working Papers in Linguistics (2019), Reviewed and edited academic articles, ensuring adherence to linguistic standards and publication guidelines.

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